Five Things an Expert Euro Nymphing Angler Learned this Year, with Jesse Haller

Published: July 3, 2019, 8:49 p.m.

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We all learn something every time we go fishing, even the amazing vacuum cleaner Jesse Haller, our resident Euro nymphing expert.\\xa0 So I asked Jesse what he has learned over the past 12 months, and it\\u2019s a fun and eye-opening interview that got me excited about trying some new ideas and strategies for Euro nymphing.\\xa0 I hope you enjoy this one as much as I did.

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In the Fly Box this week, we have the following questions:

  • Is there a good way to figure out what fly sizes I can use on a given rod?
  • Can I use big trout streamers for Atlantic salmon?\\xa0 Why are traditional salmon flies tied they way they are?
  • I have trouble with line handling with two-handed rods.\\xa0 What should I do?
  • I can\\u2019t find smallmouth bass in my river even though I know they live there.\\xa0 What kind of water should I look for?
  • Why do some hook styles come in odd sizes like 13 and 15?
  • I can\\u2019t get enough distance on big lakes with my 9 foot 6 weight Recon rod.\\xa0 Would a longer rod help?\\xa0 Would a two-handed rod get me more distance?
  • Is it necessary to pinch the barb on hooks smaller than size 20?
  • Why can\\u2019t I get flies shipped from the US to Canada, and is there any way to get around this?
  • If I catch a big fish, is it OK to go back to try and catch it again in the same day?
  • I am having trouble deciding on the right line for bass fishing on my 909 rod.\\xa0 Some bass bug lines are rated two line sizes heavier.\\xa0 What should I do?
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